Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tricolor
ID:
126416

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Anz. Österr. Akad. Wiss., Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. ci. 351 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125745



Common Names

  • Tricolor Cousinia
  • Cousinia Tricolor
  • Tricolor Hawkweed


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Description

Cousinia tricolor (also called Three-Colored Cousinia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is a member of the Asteraceae family and grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cousinia tricolor is a species of flowering plant found in the Mediterranean region. It has been used as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cousinia tricolor is a white, star-shaped flower with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a white center. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped with a white center.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cousinia tricolor is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Cousinia tricolor

Cousinia tricolor is native to Central Asia and can be found in dry, rocky areas. It is also found in the Caucasus and Iran.

Cousinia tricolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cousinia tricolor?

Cousinia tricolor

What is the common name of Cousinia tricolor?

Tricolored Cousinia

What is the natural habitat of Cousinia tricolor?

Grassy slopes and open woodlands

Species in the Cousinia genus

Cousinia peduncularis, Cousinia ortholepis, Cousinia sagittata, Cousinia stenophylla, Cousinia fetissowi, Cousinia amoena, Cousinia porphyrostephana, Cousinia griffithiana, Cousinia polycephala, Cousinia falconeri, Cousinia erivanensis, Cousinia hypoleuca, Cousinia pseudolanata, Cousinia albertoregelia, Cousinia eriobasis, Cousinia glabriseta, Cousinia kerstanii, Cousinia sakawensis, Cousinia subscaposa, Cousinia stricta, Cousinia oopoda, Cousinia bienerti, Cousinia chejrabadensis, Cousinia polytimetica, Cousinia novissima, Cousinia kuramensis, Cousinia dubia, Cousinia pulchra, Cousinia cavarae, Cousinia heterogenetos, Cousinia scariosa, Cousinia pygmaea, Cousinia mucida, Cousinia agelocephala, Cousinia pseudostenolepis, Cousinia tscherneviae, Cousinia longifolia, Cousinia cymbolepis, Cousinia linczewskii, Cousinia ecbatanensis, Cousinia pichleriana, Cousinia stahliana, Cousinia arctotidifolia, Cousinia hybrida, Cousinia omphalodes, Cousinia tedshenica, Cousinia arenaria, Cousinia alaica, Cousinia syrdarjensis, Cousinia crassipes,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-8681: Based on the initial data import
Karl Heinz Rechinger (1906-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rech.f.' in the authors string.